36 Books Published by Capstone Press on AALBC — Book Cover Collage
The Ashe Brothers: How Arthur and Johnnie Changed Tennis Forever
by Judy Allen DodsonCapstone Editions (Jan 01, 2023)
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In 1968, Arthur Ashe climbed his way to the top of the tennis world in a time filled with racial tension and segregation. But his success didn’t happen without help. Arthur’s close relationship with his younger brother, Johnnie, was key to Arthur becoming the first Black man to break the color barrier in men’s tennis. A layered story full of love, sibling rivalry, and unconditional support, The Ashe Brothers tells the little-known story behind Arthur’s Grand Slam win.
Ruby Bridges Takes Her Seat: Courageous Kid of the Civil Rights Movement
by Myra Faye TurnerCapstone Press (Aug 01, 2022)
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When 6-year-old Ruby Bridges and her mother went to William Frantz Elementary School on November 14, 1960, they arrived to find an angry crowd of white people shouting racist insults. For her safety, Ruby had to be escorted to school every day by U.S. Marshals. But despite the hateful attitudes of others, Ruby didn’t miss a single day of school that year. Discover the incredible bravery of one young Black girl who faced terrible persecution to get an education in the same school as her fellow white students.
The Courageous Six Triple Eight: The All-Black Female Battalion of World War II
by Artika R. TynerCapstone Press (Aug 01, 2022)
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When the United States entered World War II, it had to face its own contradictions at home. Opportunities opened up for Black people and women in support of the war effort. But ideas about race and gender didn’t change as swiftly. Read the story of the first all-Black battalion in the Women’s Army Corps—the Six Triple Eight—and its leader, Major Charity Adams. These women bravely confronted the racism and sexism they experienced. And they did it while creating a system to make sure millions of letters and packages got to soldiers fighting in Europe. From the Women Warriors of World War II graphic novel series, this inspiring story will introduce readers to heroes who were victorious in more ways than one.
Lena and the Burning of Greenwood: A Tulsa Race Massacre Survival Story
by Nikki Shannon SmithStone Arch Books (Jan 01, 2022)
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In the early 1920s, the Greenwood District in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is the wealthiest Black community in the United States. But Tulsa is still a segregated city. "Black Wall Street" and white Tulsa are very much divided. Twelve-year-old Lena knows this, but she feels safe and sheltered from the racism in her successful, flourishing neighborhood.
That all changes when Dick Rowland, a young Black man from Greenwood, is accused of assaulting a white woman. Racial tensions boil over. Mobs of white citizens attack Greenwood, terrorizing Black residents and businesses, and forcing many—including Lena and her family—to flee. Now Lena must help her family survive one of the worst incidents of racial violence in American history.
Readers can learn the real story of the Tulsa Race Massacre from the nonfiction backmatter, including a glossary, discussion questions, writing prompts, and author’s note, in this Girls Survive story.
Help Wanted, Must Love Books
by Janet Sumner JohnsonCapstone Editions (Sep 01, 2021)
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Shailey loves bedtime, especially reading with her dad. But her dad starts a new job, and it gets in the way of their bedtime routine. So Shailey takes action! She fires her dad, posts a Help Wanted sign, and starts interviews immediately. She is thrilled when her favorite characters from fairytales line up to apply. But Sleeping Beauty can’t stay awake, the Gingerbread Man steals her book, and Snow White brings along her whole team. Shailey is running out of options. Is bedtime ruined forever?
Do Not Bring Your Dragon to the Library
by Julie GassmanCapstone Editions (Sep 01, 2021)
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Have you ever thought about bringing your dragon to the library? Don’t do it You might have the best intentions, but that dragon will cause nothing but trouble. Using rhyming text and a diverse cast of characters, this charming picture book will provide some important—and some not so important—library etiquette in a very entertaining way.
The Scientific Life of Azaleah Lane
by Nikki Shannon SmithPicture Window Books (Aug 01, 2021)
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It’s a big week for Azaleah Lane. The principal, Ms. Li, is choosing a third grader to be the STEM lab monitor, and Azaleah’s name is the one picked! But the week doesn’t go quite as planned. First Azaleah gets paired up with a bossy classmate for a group project. Then the STEM lab guinea pig goes missing—on Azaleah’s watch! Can she use her scientific thinking and detective skills to get to the bottom of things before it’s too late? Or will Azaleah Lane go down as the worst STEM lab monitor ever?
Juneteenth for Mazie
by Floyd CooperCapstone Editions (Mar 01, 2021)
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Mazie is ready to celebrate liberty. She is ready to celebrate freedom. She is ready to celebrate a great day in American history. The day her ancestors were no longer slaves. Mazie remembers the struggles and the triumph, as she gets ready to celebrate Juneteenth.
The Scrumptious Life of Azaleah Lane
by Nikki Shannon SmithPicture Window Books (Jan 01, 2021)
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Mama and Daddy are heading out of town, which means Azaleah and her sisters get to spend the weekend at Auntie Sam’s. The girls can’t wait for their special weekend! Azaleah even decides to bake cookies to surprise her parents when they return. After all, as Mama says, Cooking for someone is like giving them a gift. But the cookies are a disaster! Azaleah is stumped. She’s sure she did everything right. Can Azaleah get to the bottom of the cookie catastrophe before Mama and Daddy get back?
Claudette Colvin Refuses to Move: Courageous Kid of the Civil Rights Movement
by Ebony Joy WilkinsCapstone Press (Aug 01, 2020)
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It’s March 2, 1955, and an ordinary 15-year-old girl from Montgomery, Alabama is about to do something extraordinary. When a white bus driver orders Claudette Colvin to give up her seat for a white passenger, she refuses to move. After Claudette is arrested, her brave actions help inspire Civil Rights leaders organize bus boycotts and perform similar acts to defy segregation laws. Eventually, Claudette’s court case results in overturning Alabama’s unconstitutional laws and provides greater freedom for black Americans everywhere.
Malcolm X: Get to Know the Civil Rights Activist
by Ebony Joy WilkinsCapstone Press (Jan 01, 2020)
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Malcolm X is known as a leader of the civil rights movement. He faced racism, spent time in prison, became a minister, joined the Nation of Islam, left, took a pilgrimage to Mecca, traveled the world, and became a public figure before his assassination. Explore how his words shaped the civil rights movement and the people who called him a leader.
Sarah Journeys West: An Oregon Trail Survival Story
by Nikki Shannon SmithStone Arch Books (Jan 01, 2020)
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In the midst of the California Gold Rush, twelve-year-old Sarah and her family are living in the North as free Black people. Seeking a better life, Sarah’s parents decide they will venture west on the Oregon Trail. On the trail, Sarah and her family face all kinds of hardship, including racism, extreme weather, difficult terrain, and disease. But the journey will be worth it if they can find fortune in California. Will Sarah and her family endure the trail and make a new life out west?
Nonfiction material on the Oregon Trail, a glossary, discussion questions, and writing prompts are also provided.
The Amazing Life of Azaleah Lane
by Nikki Shannon SmithPicture Window Books (Jan 01, 2020)
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Azaleah can’t wait for her class field trip to the National Zoo in Washington D.C., especially when her teacher announces the chance to earn extra credit. But when Azaleah gets home, she quickly realizes extra credit isn’t as easy as she thought. Azaleah’s younger sister Tiana can’t find Greenie, her stuffed animal, and she’s sure he’s been stolen.
With Mama at the restaurant and Daddy at work on a big case, it seems Azaleah is the only one available to track down the stolen stuffie. Can Azaleah get to the bottom of the mystery in time to finish her extra credit?
Mamie on the Mound: A Woman in Baseball’s Negro Leagues
by Leah HendersonCapstone Editions (Jan 01, 2020)
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Mamie “Peanut” Johnson had one dream: to play professional baseball. She was a talented player, but she wasn’t welcome on the all-white Girls Pro Baseball League team due to the color of her skin. However, a greater opportunity came her way in 1953 when Johnson signed to play ball with the Negro Leagues’ Indianoplis Clowns, becoming the only professional female pitcher to play on a men’s team. During the three years she played with the team, her record was an impressive 33-8. But more importantly, she broke ground for female pitchers like Mo’ne Davis and women everywhere
Perron Family Haunting: The Ghost Story That Inspired Horror Movies
by Ebony Joy WilkinsCapstone Press (Aug 01, 2019)
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The Perron family received this advice from the previous homeowner of their Rhode Island farmhouse: For the sake of your family, leave the lights on at night! A ghostly witch named Bathsheba led the haunting of the Perron family, physically and psychologically tormenting them. This legendary ghost story eventually became the subject of the movie The Conjuring, and continued to haunt the Perron family for years to come.
Noelle at Sea: A Titanic Survival Story
by Nikki Shannon SmithStone Arch Books (Jan 01, 2019)
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Thirteen-year-old Noelle feels like the luckiest girl in the world to be cruising the Atlantic aboard the famed Titanic. The trip is made even better by her new friend, Pauline, a girl who is traveling with her father to live in America. The girls spend the first days of the journey exploring, but on the fifth night, Noelle awakes to a sinking ship. Women and children will be rescued first, and Noelle realizes motherless Pauline will be left all alone. Despite her parents’ wishes, Noelle breaks away from her family to find and help her friend.
Nonfiction information, a glossary, and reader response questions make up the back matter of this Girls Survive story.
Ann Fights for Freedom: An Underground Railroad Survival Story
by Nikki Shannon SmithStone Arch Books (Jan 01, 2019)
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Twelve-year-old Ann understands there is only one thing to be grateful for as a slave: having her family together. But when the master falls into debt, he plans to sell both Ann and her younger brother to two different owners. Ann is convinced her family must run away on the Underground Railroad. Will Ann’s family survive the dangerous trip to their freedom in the North?
This Girls Survive story is supported by a glossary, discussion questions, and nonfiction material on the Underground Railroad, making it a valuable resource for young readers.
Being You
by Alexs D. PateCapstone Editions (Oct 01, 2018)
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Award-winning author and professor Alexs Pate delivers a message of hope and self-discovery in a time of uncertainty in our world. YOU is a beautiful picture book celebrating every readers’ individuality and talents. With an authentic voice, YOU’s poetic message of love and optimism for the future speaks directly to today’s children. YOU helps us to see the wonder and light within each of us.
Definitely Daphne
by Tami CharlesStone Arch Books (Oct 01, 2018)
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In front of her followers, Daphne is a hilarious, on-the-rise vlog star. But at school Daphne is the ever-skeptical Annabelle Louis, seventh-grade super geek and perennial new kid. To cope with her mom’s upcoming military assignment in Afghanistan and her start at a brand new middle school, Annabelle’s parents send her to a therapist. Dr. Varma insists Annabelle try stepping out of her comfort zone, hoping it will give her the confidence to make friends, which she’ll definitely need once Mom is gone. Luckily there is one part of the assignment Annabelle DOES enjoy—her vlog, Daphne Doesn’t, in which she appears undercover and gives hilarious takes on activities she thinks are a waste of time. She is great at entertaining her online fans, yet her classmates don’t know she exists. Can Annabelle keep up the double life forever?
Daphne Definitely Doesn’t Do Sports
by Tami CharlesStone Arch Books (Aug 01, 2018)
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Annabelle Louis is a new kid and a nobody at McManus Middle School. Her therapist challenges the ever-skeptical Annabelle to try new things and make new friends to help her cope with her mom’s upcoming military assignment in Afghanistan. Annabelle takes the opportunity to create a secret online vlog, Daphne Doesn’t, where she makes fun of all the things she thinks are a waste of time, and agrees to give sports a try … reluctantly. Undercover as Daphne, Annabelle makes fun of sports like lacrosse (Why does everyone look like they’re chasing butterflies?) and swimming (Poodle hair and wedgies? No thanks!). But when kids around school start viewing and sharing Daphne Doesn’t, Annabelle’s troubles are just beginning!
Daphne Definitely Doesn’t Do Drama
by Tami CharlesStone Arch Books (Aug 01, 2018)
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Ridiculous makeup, blinding spotlights, and too much catty drama! Annabelle Daphne Louis starts her second assignment from her therapist to venture outside of her comfort zone at her new school. This time, she’s trying her hand at theater. Failing the auditions for Little Shop of Horrors, Annabelle finds her place backstage. But when Annabelle features some funny impersonations on her vlog, Daphne Doesn’t, the drama is just beginning. When the play director shares Daphne’s videos with the cast, Annabelle starts experiencing some real-life drama. And as her likes and followers increase like crazy, Annabelle begins to realize that it doesn’t mean anything if she doesn’t have the guts to make friends in real life.
Daphne Definitely Doesn’t Do Fashion
by Tami CharlesStone Arch Books (Aug 01, 2018)
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Daphne is a hilarious, fashion-savvy YouTube star. But at school, where Daphne is really Annabelle Louis, seventh-grade super geek, wearing the latest trends is far off her radar. Her therapist, Dr. Varma, suggests she try something new—a wardrobe makeover. Fashionable outfits bring Annabelle newfound attention, which she can’t help but enjoy. But when her new popular friends start showing their true colors and making fun of others, Annabelle becomes fed up with fashion trends and popularity. Luckily she has her vlog, Daphne Doesn’t, where she can make fun of it all and be her true self. Meanwhile Annabelle tries to keep her secret identity as Daphne from leaking out, and popular girl Rachael Myers is determined to find out the truth.
Daphne Definitely Doesn’t Do Dances
by Tami CharlesStone Arch Books (Aug 01, 2018)
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A few months into the school year, Annabelle Louis is starting to find her place at McManus Middle School. But Annabelle’s therapist, Dr. Varma, still thinks there’s room for improvement in Annabelle’s social life, especially since Mom will be leaving soon for an overseas assignment. Knowing there’s a school dance coming up, Dr. Varma challenges Annabelle to learn how to dance. What keeps Annabelle interested in the challenge are the hilarious videos she posts on her vlog, Daphne Doesn’t, making fun of the various styles of dance she’s learning. The videos are a hit, and as Daphne Doesn’t goes viral around McManus Middle School and elsewhere, Annabelle’s alter ego won’t stay secret for long. Will Annabelle continue to live a double life, or can she find a way to combine her two identities into one?
Good Morning, Superman
by Michael DahlCapstone Young Readers (Jan 01, 2018)
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Look, up in the sky It’s a bird. It’s a plane. It’s the… SUN When morning comes, a young boy must prepare for his day, faster than a speeding bullet. In this board book edition, follow along as he leaps tall buildings (jumps out of bed) in a single bound, dons his heroic uniform (his clothes), and faces his greatest weakness (Kryptonite-colored toothpaste). Then it’s up, up, and away to daycare Includes a morning routine checklist.
Juneteenth for Mazie
by Floyd CooperCapstone Press (Feb 01, 2016)
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Mazie is ready to celebrate liberty. She is ready to celebrate freedom. She is ready to celebrate a great day in American history — the day her ancestors were no longer slaves. Mazie remembers the struggles and the triumph, as she gets ready to celebrate Juneteenth. This beautiful story by award-winning author and illustrator Floyd Cooper will captivate both children and adults.
Oscar Quiere Cazar Un Oso: Safety: Buddy System (Funny Bone Readers: En Espaol) (Spanish Edition)
by Gwendolyn HooksStone Arch Books (Sep 01, 2015)
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When Oscar goes off on his own, his sister decides to teach him a lesson.
Pet Club
by Gwendolyn HooksStone Arch Books (Jul 01, 2013)
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There are 7 titles in this set.
Stone Arch Readers take a well-known concept and revive it. This three-level reader series combines fresh story concepts and enticing art. Each level will have its own look and feel. Sight words and basic sentence structures will keep every level true to its purpose, and a parent letter will keep everyone on track. Stone Arch Readers bring the excitement back to learning to read.
The Cat Food Mystery: A Pet Club Story
by Gwendolyn HooksStone Arch Books (Feb 01, 2011)
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When Kayla discovers that something is eating Daisy’s cat food, she immediately calls the Pet Club to action. They grab their pets and start to gather clues. Will they solve the case of the cat food thief?
The Lucky Charm: A Pet Club Story
by Gwendolyn HooksStone Arch Books (Feb 01, 2011)
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Lucy’s pet rat, Ajax, is her lucky charm. When Ajax is around, Lucy is a great tumbler. Without him, her flips flop. Will Ajax be able to help Lucy during her big gymnastics meet?
Pet Costume Party: A Pet Club Story
by Gwendolyn HooksStone Arch Books (Feb 01, 2011)
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Andy is having a Halloween party for the Pet Club. All of his friends and their pets are going to dress up. However, Andy doesn’t have a costume for his pet fish, Nibbles. What kind of costume will work for a fish?
The Pet Wash: A Pet Club Story
by Gwendolyn HooksStone Arch Books (Feb 01, 2011)
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Jake wants to buy a gift for his teacher, but he doesn’t have any money. Jake calls the Pet Club into action, and they have a pet wash to earn some money. Will they raise enough money to buy Mr. Carter a present?
Malia And Sasha Obama (Star Biographies)
by Jennifer M. BeselCapstone Press (Aug 01, 2010)
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Malia and Sasha Obama used to be normal girls who traveled to school on a bus. Today they ride in a motorcade, surrounded by Secret Service agents. Papparazzi snap their pictures wherever they go. There were even dolls created to resemble them. Learn how the Obama girls are handling their newfound fame.
The Noisy Night: A Pet Club Story
by Gwendolyn HooksStone Arch Books (Aug 01, 2010)
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The Pet Club is going camping! From bonfires and tasty treats to scary stories and strange noises, this will be one fun adventure!
The Best Trick: A Pet Club Story
by Gwendolyn HooksStone Arch Books (Aug 01, 2010)
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It’s pet day at school, and Jake is really excited. His dog, Buddy, has so many cool tricks. But when it’s time for Buddy to perform, not much happens.
Find the Cat!: A Pet Club Story
by Gwendolyn HooksStone Arch Books (Aug 01, 2010)
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Kayla’s cat, Daisy, is missing. Kayla is so worried. She calls her friends, and soon enough the entire Pet Club is on the case.
Marvelous Me: Inside and Out
by Lisa BullardPicture Window Books (Sep 01, 2002)
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There is no one else quite like Alex. With his special laugh, his grizzly hugs, and his own interesting thoughts, Alex is one of a kind. Presenting similarities and differences Alex has with others, Marvelous Me, by Lisa Bullard, will encourage children to embrace the things that make them unique. Playful illustrations and fun activities make this book a great addition to home and classroom libraries.